Freezing testicular tissue to protect fertility in boys with cancer
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study freezes a small piece of testicular tissue from boys with cancer before they start treatment that could cause permanent infertility. The tissue is stored so that, in the future, it might help them have biological children.
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Who can take part
- You are a boy who has not yet gone through puberty or is just starting.
- You are about to start a cancer treatment that has a very high chance (over 80%) of causing permanent infertility.
- You are unable to provide a sperm sample by masturbation (for example, because you are too young).
- Taking part will not delay your cancer treatment and you are healthy enough for a minor surgery.
- You have not had any previous testicular surgery or testicular condition.
Quick eligibility check
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